Curves & Prints

photo credit: jiggyloves

Curves and Prints are a lovely thing! Wearing prints camouflages problem areas and are really fun to wear.  In the photo, I'm wearing a printed jumpsuit by Anthropologie (no longer available), which I love and it's great for my curves.  It pulls up, no annoying zippers or buttons.   A lot of the time it's hard to find quality and cute pieces to fit just right, but I think I found some cuties that my curvy reader will love.  Here are some of my go-to online shops. . .

Simply Be

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Asos Curve

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Anthropologie 

1, 2, 3

Nordies

1, 2, 3

If that's not enough? More here.


Are you all about the prints?

Instant Vintage...

Another oldie but goodie showing up this week!  While on our trip to San Francisco, I was determined to go to at least one vintage shop.   Vintage shops are a must go in San Fran.  They are at the top of my list as far as cities with good vintage shopping.  This time I went to Painted Bird.  There's also one in L.A., but for some odd reason I've never gone.   That's all about to change!  I've been telling myself to get back into vintage shopping.  You find so many gems in the midst of all those full racks.

Painted Bird was small, but packed with goodies and a very charming place to shop.   Forgot to take more photos of the store, but got caught up looking through the racks.  The store is stocked with clothing for women and men, handbags, jewelry, and shoes for women.   All in all, this store has definitely become one of my favs.

Not the best photo, the sun got in my way.

My Finds..

100% Silk Floral Blouse- $17 

Belt: Anthropologie  

Necklace: Isabel Marant

100% Silk Brown Blouse- $14

Butter Leather Double Breasted Jacket-$27 (ding ding ding...and it's real)
I'm going to change the buttons to spice it up! 

I love these lightweight silk blouses.  So easy to throw on over a cami and pair with skirts and jeans.  Leather, Florals, and the Button-down Blouse are major for Fall.  Don't want to spend full price, vintage shops are the best way to go.  Get ready for Fall vintage style!

Instant Vintage is what I love! 
Do you have any fav vintage shops you want to share?

and I'm off and running..
 

Fall Inspiration...

I know Summer is still in full effect, but with all the end of season sales, designer Fall previews,  and August being around the corner; I cannot resist looking at what I'm loving for Fall.  It's just in my face!  So, here's a little inspiration for your Fall closet...

textured cardigans and tunics

dots...the polka dots

car coats or blazer like coats

love a chunky soft scarf

loafers!!!

rich and dark-hued nail polish

and more Fall inspiration...

head to toe prints

lace/crochet feminine blouses

mixing prints and colors

floral dresses

argyle sweaters...a classic

I'm ready for Fall...are you?

and I'm off and running...

Monday Brights...

printed sequined blazer

colorblock batwing dress

mini sacs

smartphone case

woven mac bombe handbag

mixed bouquet blouse

crochet exclamation earrings

Enjoy your week!

and I'm off and running...

Wednesday Style Steal: Pretty In Pink

Beyonce Knowles

Paris, France

photo credit: popsugar

Here I go again with another "WSS" on Beyonce.  What can I say, I'm just really feeling her style lately.  Got your red pants? Now get some pink!  I'm not really a pink girl, but something about a pair of pink pants really catches my eye.  Beyonce paired hers with a print, but a solid blouse in any color would work great...colorblocking!  I love her in this relaxed, no fuss look!


what Beyonce is wearing...

silk chevron print blouse

pigalle 85 glossed leather pumps

cotton twill tapered pants

make it yours...

chevron sleeveless tank

african print shirt

shivali dolman

abstract butterfly blouse 

mex tex floral blouse

pleated trousers

belted linen trouser

soft peg trousers

berry flowy pants

arthur silk crepe pant

elastic waist trouser

are you feeling it?

and I'm off and running...

It's All In The Name...

Does the name of an item get your buying juices flowing? Anthropologie comes up with the most clever names for their products, and I find it refreshing when shopping. Sometimes it sparks me to click on the item even if I wasn't really eyeing it. If it's cute, I might even buy it or put it on my wishlist. Hmmm...I probably will buy it eventually! *BIG SMILE*  
It definitley gets your attention, and Anthro does it best!

Here are some that have grabbed my attention...be sure to click on the words highlighted in red for a bit more info. :)





Creme Fraiche Jacket by Beth Bowley
Like this top, Creme Fraiche is a fresh, light and airy cream you can use on just about any food. I tried this blouse on, and I love it!  



Tiburon Blouse by Maeve
Like this blouse, Tiburon is a historical, artsy and cultural little city just north of San Francisco. I have been trying to get there for sometime now, but somehow never go when I visit the bay area. Must visit! 



Meyer Meringue Dress by Moulinette
Like this dress, a Meyer Lemon is vibrant and just screams summertime. Meyer Lemons are the best lemon you get buy and great to bake with. 



Nine Lives Shades
The title speaks for itself!  
I thought this one was pretty funny. lol!
Cat-eye shades are in for the season.
Checkout the Off-Duty Aviators here! *cracking up*

Plaited Cayenne Sandals by Jeffrey Campbell
Like these shoes, Cayenne is hot like fire, spicy, and vibrant!
I love that they used the word "plaited"! Hmmm...



Hera's Bracelet by Anton Heunis
Hera was an olympian goddess, the sister of Zeus as well as his wife. 
She loved to wear jewelry and pamper herself with cosmetics. Interesting!
This bracelet is fit for a queen...or in this case a goddess!
It is lovely!



Strawberry-Rhubarb Apron
Like a Strawberry-Rhubarb pie, this apron has rich color and so sweet!
This apron would be a very cute dress as well as a great gift for a bride-to-be for a cooking bridal shower.



 

Ok...enough of the fun!
Hope you enjoyed, and I gave you a bit of knowledge too. Lol!

Love Anthropologie!

***Lots of sample sales this weekend!!! 

Click on Sample Sales & Deals for details***

And I'm off and running...

J.P. Archie